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Michael Ramsburg
Multifest returns for 34th year, bringing Grammy-nominated Ginuwine, others to Charleston
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The Kanawha Valley's annual multicultural festival returns to the capital city on Thursday, Aug. 1, marking the fair's 34th year. Multifest, founded in 1989, is a free four-day festival that celebrates diversity in a region often thought to be homogenous.
Kanawha Valley eatery makes state 'Ice Cream Road Trip' list
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — A popular Kanawha Valley ice cream shop has made the state Department of Tourism's "West Virginia Ice Cream Road Trip" list. Ellen's Homemade Ice Cream, a well-known parlor on Capitol Street in Charleston, was among eight statewide stops suggested on the recently released itinerary.
Charleston's 'Splash Day' aims to bring fun, relief to start of the week
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — If the summer heat has you down, the City of Charleston has something planned that may lift your spirits — and cool you off, too. From 2-5 p.m. on Monday, July 29, the Parks and Recreation Department will host Splash Day, a free event to celebrate Parks and Rec Month. Splash Day will be held at the Roosevelt Neighborhood Center, 502 Ruffner Ave. on the city's East End. It is open to the public.
Sissonville Fire Department hosting weekend car show
SISSONVILLE, W.Va. — Car owners and enthusiasts will gather in Sissonville on Saturday, as the Sissonville Fire Department hosts their third annual car show. The event, which runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on July 27, 2024, includes live music, prizes, vendors and children's activities for community members and visitors to enjoy.
Comments sought on $21M rehabilitation project at Nitro's Ridenour Lake Dam
NITRO, W.Va. — A federal conservation agency will hold a public meeting and is seeking public feedback on a more than $21 million plan to rehabilitate the Ridenour Lake Dam. The USDA's Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) will hold the public input meeting on Monday, Aug. 12 from 5-7 p.m. The forum will take place at the Nitro Convention and Visitor's Bureau, 201 21st St. in Nitro. It will also be streamed online.
Charleston to go retro with weekend 'RetroFest'
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Are you a fan of pop music from past decades?. If you happen to be in Charleston this weekend, you won't want to miss the city's third annual RetroFest. On Saturday, July 27, City Center at Slack Plaza along Summers Street will be full of live entertainment, food vendors, craft vendors and visitors decked out in retro attire.
Charleston woman files lawsuit against Dow Chemical, local hospitals for ethylene oxide exposure
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — A Kanawha Valley woman has filed a lawsuit against Dow Chemical, its subsidiary Union Carbide, Bayer Crop Science LP and other local companies, claiming their use of ethylene oxide lead to her cancer.
Here's what you should know about West Virginia's upcoming sales tax holiday
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — As West Virginia's students prepare to go back to school, the state is preparing for its annual sales tax holiday. During the sales tax holiday, West Virginia shoppers may take advantage of no sales tax on certain eligible items between midnight on Friday and 11:59 p.m. on Monday.
Science museum, water trail proposed in Smithers-Montgomery revitalization plan
MONTGOMERY, W.Va. — The Kanawha Valley communities of Smithers and Montgomery have released a joint revitalization report prepared by a rural development organization. The plan, titled "Destination Hope: The Smithers-Montgomery Intergenerational Plan" was created with the assistance of the Hurricane-based Center for Rural Health Development (CRHD). The project was funded by the Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation and The Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation.
Charleston indoor playground Kidaroo's closes
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — A Charleston-based indoor playground has permanently closed its doors. Kidaroo's, located along MacCorkle Avenue just off the Patrick Street Bridge on the city's West Side, announced its closure on social media on Tuesday.
West Virginia health official: 'Immunizations are crucial' for school-age youth
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — As students in Kanawha County and around West Virginia prepare to head back to school for the 2024-25 school year, West Virginia health officials are urging parents to make sure their children receive their vaccinations before the start of the school year.
Beer, music to highlight St. Albans 'Dragonpalooza'
ST. ALBANS, W.Va. — St. Albans Roadside Park will be full of music and fun on Saturday, and that's just how Scott Tweedy likes it. As the program coordinator for St. Albans Parks and Recreation, it's Tweedy's job to think up fun events like the city's annual Dragonpalooza Beer and Music Festival.
Mountaineer Food Bank to hold free mobile distribution in Elkview
ELKVIEW, W.Va. -- The Mountaineer Food Bank's Mobile Pantry will hold a free food distribution event in Elkview on July 23, 2024. The nonprofit food agency, headquartered in Braxton County, distributes over 17 million meals per year in 48 of the state's 55 counties, according to information on their website.
Term limits, firearm sales ordinance to be discussed by St. Albans council committee
ST. ALBANS, W.Va. -- The St. Albans City Council's ordinance committee will consider term limits for the mayor and council members, as well as discuss revising a municipal policy related to firearm sales, after a referral from council members on Monday.
Mayor: Dunbar officials 'did nothing wrong' before receiving default judgment against city, officers
DUNBAR, W.Va. -- Dunbar Mayor Scott Elliott said city officials "did nothing wrong" before the municipality and its local police department received a recent default judgment. "The insurance company dropped the ball," Elliott told council members on Monday, saying it was the prior insurance vendor who caused the judgment to be levied on the municipality and two city police officers.
St. Albans council members sworn in, city code change request presented
ST. ALBANS, W.Va. -- Members of the St. Albans City Council took the oath of office on Monday, beginning a new four-year term. The swearing-in ceremony, which took place before the start of Monday's regularly scheduled council meeting, was conducted by Kanawha Circuit Court Judge Maryclaire Akers. Council members from St. Albans' nine wards, the mayor, and three council-at-large members participated.
South Charleston City Council approves millions in insurance bids, receives 'Sound the Alarm' update
SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. -- Members of the South Charleston City Council approved millions of dollars worth of bids from three insurance agencies on Thursday. The offers encompass the city's general liability, workers' compensation and health insurance expenses. All of the approved bids comply with the city's fiscal year 2025 budget, officials said. They will be paid through the fiscal year 2025 funds.
St. Albans field turfing project awarded grant from local athletic club
ST. ALBANS, W.Va. -- The city of St. Albans is one step closer to completing two field turfing projects thanks to a financial donation from a local athletic club. On Monday, representatives of the Red and Black Athletic Club presented city leaders with a check for $5,000.
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